Masterpass: My Favourite New Online Shopping Hack!

This past week, I did something I hadn’t done in a really, really long time.

I went to my local shopping mall. It was noisy, and crowded. At 11:00am on a weekday! Dear lord, don’t people have better things to do on a random Tuesday morning? And ugh, someone coughed in my general direction!

Okay, clearly it’s been a while since I’ve been around, er, people.

The thing is, I love shopping online. It’s the absolute best! I can save time by shopping whenever it suits me, whether that be late at night or over my lunch hour. I can save money because comparing prices is as easy as opening a new browser tab, and many companies offer “online only” deals. And most of all, I can save my sanity, because I can browse in the privacy of my own home, for as long as I like without pressure from well-meaning sales personnel.Therefore, I have just one question for you: Why aren’t you shopping online?

Recently, I discovered Masterpass. And within days of setting up my account and using it at participating retailers, I realized that it single-handedly addresses so many of the concerns Canadians have when shopping online. Today, I’d love to share exactly how it overcomes those barriers, with the hope that by the end of this blog post, you too will be setting up your Masterpass account.

But first, what is Masterpass? Masterpass is a simple, convenient and completely safe service for faster shopping at thousands of online retailers, including, most recently, Costco.ca! There are NO additional fees for consumers to use Masterpass, and it’s welcomed online and in app at thousands of your favorite stores – just look for the Masterpass button!Step 1: Visit mastercard.ca/masterpass to sign up with your email address or mobile number. Choose a secure password using a combination of letters and numbers.

Step 2: Set up your account with shipping information and method of payment. Your method of payment can be credit, debit, or prepaid cards from all the payment brands you use: Mastercard, Amex, Visa and others.

Step 3: Visit your favourite Masterpass retailers to order items. As mentioned previously, you can now use Masterpass at Costco.ca! I know A LOT of my readers are Costco members, so this is fabulous news. Some other popular retailers that offer Masterpass are Indigo, Joe Fresh, Pizza Pizza and Cineplex.

Step 4: Simply click on the Masterpass button to pay. So simple!

So, how can having a Masterpass account encourage you to shop online? Here are some of the most popular reasons against online shopping, and my rebuttal.

1. I’m afraid my credit card information will be compromised.

Yeah, I get it. It happens – less frequently than you think, considering the millions of e-commerce transactions that take place every day – but sure, it may be a concern. However, when you pay with Masterpass, your single account is protected by multiple layers of security so it’s guarded from fraudulent use..

2. I can never recall my credit card number and it’s such a pain to get it from my wallet.

With Masterpass, skip the hassle of filling out personal payment information to make purchases. Just click on the Masterpass button, login, and your secure payment details and shipping information will instantly be pulled up. It’s a fast, simple, secure way to pay.

3. I hate filling out forms.

Circle back to #2 above, friends! With Masterpass, you’ll only need to fill a form out ONCE – then all you have to do is login to your account. It couldn’t be more simple. Frankly, Masterpass is my favourite hack for saving time while shopping online!

Now that I’ve walked you through the logistics, let’s get to the fun stuff! Here are my picks from Costco.ca:

Kate Spade Cameron Street Candace Satchel in Black.The Cameron Street Candace combines a classic shape with a number of clever details, including exterior slide pockets, a dropped zip-top closure, an optional (and adjustable) shoulder strap and a matching decorative luggage tag. The result? A clean-lined, functional bag that looks chic with everything from a skirt suit to skinny jeans.

FoodSaver 2-in-1 Food Preservation System with Express Bag Maker.The new FoodSaver system incorporates features like the express bag maker that reduces vacuum sealing steps by 50% because it pre-seals the bottom end of your next bag each time. The vacuum view window allows you to see where you seal, giving you better control during vacuum sealing and allowing you to reduce the roll waste up to 30%!

BONUS! You can currently take $25 off orders over $100 at Costco.ca when you pay with Masterpass. Simply shop and use your Masterpass to pay; the discount will automatically be applied at checkout with no coupon code required!

The offer expires on December 9th, 2017, can only be used once and can’t be combined with any other offer. A great way to save money on Christmas presents or something you’ve had your eye on. *Cough, Kate Spade, cough.*

I love that online shopping gives me access to tons of items without leaving my house. I like that I can comparison shop quickly and read reviews before deciding to buy. I also love receiving the packages in the mail. You get the thrill of shopping twice – once when you order and again when it arrives.

Thanks very much for this very helpful info on Masterpass, it sounds great & I didn’t know about it.
I hate shopping online because of security (I know some people that have had their credit card info compromised), constantly filling out the same information on each site when you place an order, the shipping charges, & returning products.

I am stoked about on-line shopping because not having a vehicle and not close to amenities is a very convenient way to shop in your pajamas. I do not have to worry about a parking spot and crowds. Besides, better deals on-line! Thanks for the chance!

I’m not a fan of online shopping mostly because I need to see and touch things or try them on before I decide if it’s the right fit for me. But saving time when shopping online is the biggest draw for me when I find the deal good enough to get past my worry.

I enjoy online shopping when I know the brand well (if it is clothing). It is convenient and helps me balance work and family by letting me spend less time travelling to stores. When I have the time I do enjoy shopping directly and supporting local business.

I love shopping online because I don’t always have the car so can’t drive to the store but what I don’t like about shopping online is not being able to see the product in person especially if it’s clothing and wanting to make sure it fits right

I love so much about online shopping!! Being able to shop at any time of the day; being able to shop in my pajamas; not having to bring my kids shopping; being able to quickly source out what I need without having to drive around; being able to almost instantly find the best price; having items sent directly to my home; having a huge selection. The one thing I don’t like is the inability to try clothes on. I am 6 feet tall so I cannot buy clothes without trying them on – there is not a standard size that seems to fit me (I can wear sizing from XS up to XL depending on the brand, and even depending on different styles within a brand).

I love that I can do my shopping in my Pajamas without leaving my house! I live in a small town in the country so being able to get some groceries and clothes online and not having to drive over an hour is definitely a plus for me.

Shopping in the privacy of your home & at your own convenience without pressure that the store would close at 9 pm is the biggest benefit for me. There’s no need to look for a parking spot or wait for transit to come, perfect for when there’s a winter, rain storm or, changes to the transit service that will affect your travel. There’s no line-up and you can always save the items you’re not yet buying through your Wish List. I also don’t like getting sick from someone who coughs or sneezes without covering their mouths. You can also get cash back through ebates. Being able to see the total purchase with tax and shipping before finalizing it allows you to remove items without the cashier getting a manager to override the system, causing further delays to yourself and other shoppers. The only drawback is that big items can’t be left at your front door or lobby of an apartment building so, you have to be at home when they deliver. I also take the time to recycle the packaging as they are often very good, sturdy boxes that can be re-used.

I love (and hate!) how you can shop at all hours of the day. It’s great when you’ve been eyeing a shirt at a retailer and it goes on sale and you can just buy it online instead of driving to the store. Unfortunately, it encourages a lot more shopping!

I buy 99.9% of my books online. I got thru ebates first, then head to indigo (Because you only have to have a $25 min order) and lots of times they have discount codes in their newsletters or totally free shipping weekends. You also get points from them (plum rewards) that can be used to get free things. I follow a ton of authors on bookbub and goodreads and thats usually how I find new books, books that are usually not in a store because they are new authors.

I hate online shopping because there are hackers out there that hack into store accounts & steal your information. There are scams that take your money for shoddy merchandise or. don’t send you the product. It’s hard to buy things like shoes that you can’t try on to see if they fit.

While I love on-line shopping, one thing I hate is not being able to touch or feel the products before purchasing. This is especially true when it comes to clothing and not being sure what you will get and if it will fit.

I love that I can do it in the comfort of my home – I am not paying gas or dealing with crowds. I also can look at reviews on some products to see if they are worth or a head ache. I really hate dealing with salespeople sometimes as they can put so much pressure on you.

I love the convenience of online shopping (especially if you don’t have the store where you live/or nearby or if you don’t drive) earning cashback from Ebates & Swagbucks is awesome! i also love that alot of times stores have online clearance’s for great prices. The only down side to online shopping would be taking a risk when buying clothes (too big/too small, the quality, material) but if you already shop at certain clothes stores you kind of get an idea of how the sizes of the clothes are and plus most online stores use a size chart which helps alot.

I have been disappointed so many times with my online shopping experiences. The items are not what it looked like online, usually much cheaper quality. And returning the item and getting a refund is very frustrating.

I love about online shopping – waiting for the packages to arrive & you can order from different places around the world.
I hate about online shopping – that alot of companies don’t offer free shipping on their items.

I don’t drive and also my son has autism, therefore shopping in-stores is extremely challenging for him. So the convenience & relief of online shopping is a huge weight off my shoulders causing less anxiety & stress for all of us!

With online shopping, I love not having to go to the mall, because I don’t like them either. I totally agree with your #2 though, I can never remember my credit card number either and don’t feel like going to get it so I love this idea from MasterPass. And I use a Mastercard too, it’s my favourite CC company.

I think online shopping is great and convenient. It is also very easy to put things in your basket and then when it comes time to checkout you almost fall off your chair as items can add up rather quickly. As I do work for a retailer I see many customers come in with returns and that is perfectly fine as they may have received a great deal, better than what we are offering in store. As for me, I need to see the product, touch it and feel it because sometimes what you see is what you get.

I live about five minutes away from the mall in a smallish city, and it’s usually not too crowded there. I don’t like online shopping because I won’t buy clothes or shes without trying them on first. And if they don’t fit, sometimes you have to pay shipping to return items. For furniture, I want to sit on a sofa or chair, see how comfortable it is. I want to check the seams for quality too.

I love online shopping for the ease and convenience. It allows me to do my shopping quickly and easily and leaves time for other demands on my time. There are often online sales that are unavailable in store and often free shipping offers. I can shop any hour of the day or night and my products are usually delivered right to my door. I love it!

I love the convenience but some of the websites are painful to use. There are also many things I could never buy on line like shoes and clothes since it depends on the cut and shape of the item which size I fit.

I love it because it feels organized. You see what you’re getting in a more distinct way than when you’re out (especially Christmas) shopping. You can go back and review what you spent or whatever.. its just stressfree i find.. especially when you do it well in advance of need

I hate that the Canadian border charges customs and other fees for anything that is worth $50 or more. It cancels out the benefits of online shopping in any other country and yet businesses get to enjoy the benefits of NAFTA and other free trade agreements, but not individuals.

I love the convenience of online shopping, you can do it from anywhere (as long as there is wifi), anytime and not have to worry about store hours. I dislike that online shopping takes jobs out of our local stores so I try to mix it up and still live shop as well. I too have been worried about the security of using a credit card online and will be signing up for Masterpass. Thanks for the tip about Costco savings :)

I DO ALOT of my shopping online especially amazon and I love finding deals. I love that it gets delivered to your door and I hate that I can’t actually see the item first or try an item on first hence why I do not purchase clothing online only items. Thank you so much for this giveaway. Very cool!

Our nearest town is 1.5 hours round trip away and is very limited in what is available. I love shopping online and having it deliver to our mail box or the post office. Plus I can get nearly everything I want from the comfort of my couch

I do not like having to search around a site for shipping charges. I like them to be very easy to find and not to have additional charges at checkout. For example, if I am ordering an oversize item that will be extra for shipping, it should be on the description page, not added at the end. Thanks for the super giveaway opportunity.

I love that it’s so convenient–I hate crowds and in-store shopping, going to town, etc. Shopping at home in my pjs at midnight–good shopping. On the other hand, I also don’t like that it’s so convenient, because it’s tempting to get too much. Impulse buying is too easy.

About online shopping, I love that whatever I buy can be delivered to my home but what I hate is that I can’t feel the quality of clothes or try on shoes, sandals or boots because I just have to have ones that are comfortable and you don’t know without trying them on.

I LOVE online shopping. Dont have to waste my gas fight no crowds and can shop in my pj’s. Plus depending on where your shopping online shipping is cheap or even free i mostly do my Christmas shopping online.